salary$71,920 a year$35 an hour · median pay in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV area
Lower pay (bottom 10%)$46,920per year
Top pay (top 10%)$105,180per year
Jobs in the area8,730people work this job
Can a hvac technician afford Washington?
Expensive. Rent of $2,370 a month takes 39.5% of the median hvac technician salary. That is over the 30% rule, so many people in this job share housing or need a second income.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a hvac technician make in Washington, DC?
The median pay for a hvac technician in the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV area is $71,920 a year ($35 an hour). Most earn between $46,920 and $105,180.
Can a hvac technician afford to live in Washington?
Typical rent of $2,370 a month takes 39.5% of the median hvac technician salary, which we rate Expensive.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, for the Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro area.